On 6/21/20 7:58 AM, mark hanson via EV wrote:
Hi Folks, I saw a 5200 lb towing capacity emailed out so I googled the operators manual for a 2020 Bolt, Page 230 that says NO towing capacity. So don't see any EV (except a unaffordable pricey Tesla X) to tow my 1600lb alum boat. Maybe compromise with a hybrid, but more attracted complexity than just keeping my old Ford Ranger.
It really depends on your anal retentiveness or how risk averse you are. The lack of stated towing capacities has more to do with the manufacturer's high level of risk avoidance and the perils of liability.
I imagine that if a car is "rated for towing", it can be expected to pull that load ALWAYS and never be operated without a loaded trailer.
IMHO, ANY modern car should be capable of pulling at least a 2000 lb trailer if equipped with a proper hitch. Thousands of 2000 lb hitches have been sold for imievs, Leafs, Model Ss, Model 3s, etc.
OTOH, if your boat weighs 1600 lb, then the loaded trailer may well be pushing the arbitrary 2000 lb threshold.
I will point out that it is not likely that an ICE manufacturer has ever condoned a conversion to electric. So, most here will likely take manufacturer's recommendations, or lack, with a large dose of salt.
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